How To Fix WB2BW018 - Run with name & does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2BW -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Run with name & does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Documents that have already been processed are saved with the name of
the program run. If the program is terminated because of a timeout or
any other error, you can continue processing with the next document that
has to be processed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the name entered and the flag <LS>New Run</>.
Enter the name of the run and do not set the flag "New Run".
As the system does not save the additional selection parameters (for
example, sales organization and distribution channel), you should define
these as variants.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2BW018 - Run with name & does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message WB2BW018 indicates that a specific run with the name provided does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or related data management tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Run Name: The run name specified in the transaction or program does not match any existing runs in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered the run name incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Deletion: The run may have been deleted or not yet created, especially if it is expected to be generated by a previous process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified run.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Run Name: Double-check the run name you are using. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  Check Existing Runs: Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for existing runs. Look for the specific run in the relevant data extraction or transfer process.
  Re-run the Process: If the run does not exist, you may need to re-execute the process that generates the run. Ensure that all prerequisites are met before doing so.
  Consult Logs: Check the logs for any previous errors or warnings that might indicate why the run was not created or was deleted.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the run. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSMO (Monitor Process Chains), and others that may help in monitoring and managing data extraction processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BW data extraction and process chains for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.